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  • Be Grrrrrreat!

    Contributed by Jim Luthy on May 8, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 3,479 views

    There is a lot of room for greatness in the kingdom of God. It’s not a competition, it’s a condition!

    Be Grrrrreat! Matthew 18:1-4 Pastor Jim Luthy An interesting scene developed as Jesus and his disciples headed south along the road from Caesarea Phillipi to Capernaum. There seemed to be a bit of tension among his disciples. A heated discussion was taking place among them. Occasionally, the ...read more

  • The Search For Absolute Truth Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 10, 2001
    based on 136 ratings
     | 24,939 views

    You can’t worship God without accepting absolute truth. But what is that truth? And where do we find it?

    THE MEN’S THESAURUS (men don’t always say what they mean) – excerpts: When a man says: "IT’S A GUY THING" He means: "There is no rational thought pattern connected with this, and you have no chance at all of making it logical" When a man says "CAN I HELP WITH DINNER" He means: "Why isn’t it ...read more

  • What Should The Church Be In 2013?

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Feb 16, 2013
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,974 views

    Simply put a church is a local called-out Body of Christ that has united together as the Family of God to worship and to obey His commands. The bottom line is the church is you and I. The question is, therefore, “What should we be in 2013?”

    What Should the Church Be in 2013? Ephesians 5:25b-27 Before answering the question, “What should the church be in 2013”, it would do us good to define what we mean by the term “the church”. Some would define church as a denomination – the Roman Catholic Church, the Lutheran Church, the Nazarene ...read more

  • It Is All About Jesus

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Nov 17, 2010
    based on 308 ratings
     | 82,148 views

    When doctrine and truth are abandoned, when the authority of the Scriptures is denied you do not get liberal Christianity. You get a whole new religion; Perverted by man. Jesus is the way, Jesus is the truth, Jesus is the life. It Is all about Jesus.

    A theological college in the United States .... invited to their annual conference, .... a renowned professor ... as their guest lecturer. He spoke for two and a half hours .... "establishing proofs" .... that the resurrection of Jesus .... never took place. The professor quoted ... scholar ...read more

  • Vantage Point: God The Son

    Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 17, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,320 views

    This is the second sermon in a series that discusses Christmas from the vantage point of the major participants in the incarnation.

    Two Opening Songs Hosanna Away in a Manger Welcome and Announcements Advent Candle Lighting (as first candle is lit) : On this Second Sunday of Advent, our attention turns toward a group of biblical characters connected with the Christmas Story--the shepherds. Upon hearing the Good News of Jesus’ ...read more

  • The Lord's Prayer

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on Oct 2, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,374 views

    • On the cross, Jesus took all of our mistakes, shortcomings, and sins. • He took the blackest and darkest things we have ever done. • And in return, we are clothed with His perfection and holiness. • And this offer is made to everyone. • We sim

    Have you ever found yourself doing something and for the life of you you don’t know why? Story of the little girl asking why do you cut the ends off the roast? A lot of times in life we end up doing things for the wrong reasons • And the reason is because no one has ever stopped and asked why. ...read more

  • If You Only Knew Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,991 views

    #2 in series. Knowing what has already happened to us helps us realize that Christianity is not the same thing as self-improvement.

    Colossians 1:9-14 – If You Only Knew Today we are continuing in our series started last week on the book of Colossians. Over the next few months, we’ll be learning from the words of Paul to the church in Colosse, about how to put Christ first in our lives. Today we are in 1:9-14. ...read more

  • The Faith Of Foreigners Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 23, 2015
     | 8,120 views

    The woman was rebuffed by Jesus, yet responded with a deep faith in God's love for all people independent of gender or race. The people of the Decapolis were presented with an overwhelming demonstration of Jesus' Messianic power yet without believing.

    In the previous section of Mark 7 Jesus is confronted by the Pharisees over the issue of washing hands. He responds by pointing out that their reliance on their traditions has blinded them to the much more central issue of purity of heart. He points out to them that washing your hands won't make ...read more

  • The Five Kernels Of Thankfulness

    Contributed by Dave Kinney on Nov 29, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 15,747 views

    Our country cannot continue to exist prosperously financed, abundantly favored and religiously free if we fail to be grateful to our God, thankful for His blessings and respectful to His leadership!

    A little girl asked her mother, “Mommy, why do you cut the ends off the meat before you cook it?” The girl’s mother told her that she thought it added to the flavor by allowing the meat to better absorb the spices, but perhaps she should ask her grandmother since she always did it that way. So ...read more

  • Courage To Serve Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 11, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,358 views

    Jesus had spent time with the disciples, preparing them for the work of ministry. He had instructed them on where to go, what to do, and how to conduct themselves among men. Then He shared the difficulty they would face as they served Him, being rejected by most.

    Courage to Serve Matthew 10: 16-22 Jesus had commissioned the twelve for ministry, providing detailed instruction regarding the work they were expected to perform. Jesus had told them where to go, what to take, and how to conduct themselves as they ministered among men. Now Jesus offered insight ...read more

  • Come And Behold Him

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 2, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,469 views

    Take a clear look at some symbols of Christmas to discover the nature of God and His desires for us.

    This morning I want to invite you to join me in reflecting upon the timeless invitation that lies beneath all the activity of this season;…the invitation to COME AND BEHOLD HIM. As one of the great Christmas anthems declares so beautifully… “O come all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant O come ye, ...read more

  • Growing In Grace Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Nov 30, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,539 views

    Prior to salvation, Paul lived a life of prestige, authority, and power. Following salvation, he learned much he once considered gain was actually loss. As he grew in grace, he realized the abundance available in Christ. He lost much, yet he gained more.

    Growing in Grace Philippians 3: 7-11 Our text today is actually a continuation of the verses we considered in our last study. In order to fully understand what Paul has taught in our text, we must look at this passage in light of its context. Previously Paul had counseled believers regarding their ...read more

  • Being Right With God

    Contributed by Kumar Aryal on Jul 9, 2020
     | 5,322 views

    How many of you know the meaning of righteousness? It is generally defined as"the quality of being morally right or justifiable.” In biblical terms, righteousness is defined as “being right with God.” Now the question is, how can we become righteous or be right with God?

    Good Morning Everyone! What a joy it is to come together as a body of Christ to worship Him and to study His word! We are studying the book of Philippians, and today we are in 3:7-11. Our topic this morning is Righteousness. How many of you know the meaning of righteousness? It is generally ...read more

  • Letting God Be God In Death #4 Series

    Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jan 1, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,960 views

    At times, All of Us Project A Stubborn Opposition, even a Religious Resistance, to Authentic Authority and Legitimate Leadership. This messgae deals with the Arrogance of High-Mindedness.

    The premise I have been pursuing these precious Sundays in the preaching moment is simply this: At times, All of Us Project A Stubborn Opposition, even a Religious Resistance, to Authentic Authority and Legitimate Leadership. That stubbornness is manifested in our Opting For Kadesh (Sacrilegious ...read more

  • Raising The Righteousness Bar Series

    Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Apr 8, 2002
    based on 220 ratings
     | 21,147 views

    Jesus looked at the righteousness of those considered to be very religious in his day. Then he raised the bar to a level most would have considered impossible.

    Understanding the Kingdom - Part 5 3-25-01 INTRODUCTION In Jr. High, as part of my school’s track and field team, it was tough for me to find a field event. I tried them all, except pole vault (only b/c I couldn’t get in the air). No good at any of them. I could run at one speed for a long ...read more